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Austin City Council: 'Safe Place' program, south Austin development move forward

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- There are more than 80 items on this week's Austin City Council agenda. Here's some of what we're watching. 'Safe Place' program expansion: ApprovedCouncil Member José Velásquez introduced a resolution that would enroll all city recreation centers and public libraries in the Austin Police Department's 'Safe Place' program and require training of staff at those locations. Austin City Council voted to approve the program expansion Thursday morning.The 'Safe Place' program was first created in Seattle as an attempt to combat the lack of reporting of anti-LGBTQ+ crimes. It has since expanded to the reporting of all bias crimes. "Businesses that participate place an easily recognizable decal at their entrances. This symbol is a signal for victims of hate crimes and bias incidents that this location has partnered with the police, will call 911 on their behalf and allow them a safe place stay to on the premises until the police arrive," the Austin Police Departme...

Athletic, youthful Lynx are ready to ‘turn some heads’ this season

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve has a different perspective entering this WNBA season, which opens Friday for Minnesota at home against Chicago.After years of chasing championships and playoff appearances, Reeve’s sights are centered now on progress. That is an approach befitting a coach and president of basketball operations, who is entering a new era with a talented, but young roster.“Looking at it that way, I’m less focused on the outcomes that people focus on — the wins and losses. And we don’t want to do that to this team. I think what we’re super locked in on is how do we immerse ourselves as coaches into their preparation, their improvement. And that’s what we’re going to base (success) on.”That seems to suggest Reeve doesn’t expect to contend for anything of consequence this season. And that seems to fall in line with what national prognosticators are predicting for this Lynx team. Outlets consistently slot Minnesota somewhere in the No. 7-10 range out of the league’s 12 teams. In e...

After trying year, Twins’ Joey Gallo responds well in new environment

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

LOS ANGELES — Joey Gallo’s stay in Southern California last season was brief, so the list of highlights and achievements is short. Griffin Jax reminds him of one of those highlights — an opposite-field three-run home that he hit off the reliever — from time to time.“Probably one of the best moments in a short-lived Dodger career was against the Twins,” Gallo said. “It was pretty fun.”That short stint in Los Angeles provided Gallo a lifeline out of New York, a place where he admits “mentally, it was tough” for him. For that, Gallo said he was “really appreciative.” The slugger returned to Dodger Stadium, a place he called home for just a few months, this week in a much different — and better — place than when he arrived last August via trade.Given an offseason to reset, the version of Gallo the Twins have seen has been everything they could have hoped for when they signed him to a one-year free-agent deal. The outfielder/first baseman, who fouled a ball off his right shin on Wednesda...

NYS eyes SUNY campuses to house migrants

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10)--With more migrants expected to come to New York, questions on where to house them remain. One option could be SUNY Campuses. New York City currently has more 41,000 asylum seekers with about 15 more buses of migrants on their way. With New York City at capacity, Governor Hochul’s team is now searching for all available state properties for housing.In an interview with NY1 on Wednesday she said, "Clearly a SUNY campus lends itself to immediate help, but long-term, we have to have it free by August. So, what happens in August? So these are the questions we're asking right now. We are looking at every possible property in the State of New York to help have a relief valve for the City of New York."SUNY stated, "At Governor Hochul’s direction, we are assessing whether there are SUNY resources available to help with the arrival of asylum seekers."“First of all, I think it’s a big mistake. It’s very disturbing," said Republican Assemblyman Chris Tauge. “This whole pr...

Mike Epps coming to Albany Funny Bone

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- The Albany Funny Bone has announced they will be hosting comedian Mike Epps for multiple performances. The first show is scheduled for June 24. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The veteran comedian is known for his stand up and his many comedy collaborations. Epps is also quite famous for his many appearances acting in comedic films and shows, including "Next Friday", "The Upshaws", "Roll Bounce" and "The Hangover Part III". Epps will be in Albany on June 24 and June 25. Each evening will feature two performances. Carnival opens at Cook Park in Colonie For tickets and more information, visit Albany Funny Bone.

A bill to seal criminal records hangs in limbo in NYS

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (WTEN) -- For years, advocates have been pushing for The Clean Slate Act, a bill that would automatically seal criminal records three years after sentencing for misdemeanors and after seven years for felonies. It would not apply to sex crimes. Our Capitol Correspondent, Amal Tlaige spoke with those for and against the bill.  Alleged Kaylin Gillis shooter indicted for second-degree murder "I don’t want anyone to ever forget who they were and what they did to my child, to my family. They took my son away from me, they took my son away from my husband, they took a brother away from three other brothers," said Donna Nolan, who's son Mike Nolan was murdered at 23 years-old in a drive-by shooting in Yonkers in 2015. Four people were involved in his murder, and one has completely served his jail time. Nolan says Victims Rights New York and other organizations have had many conversations with lawmakers discussing opposition to the bill. "They can’t just make it about low leve...

Slingerlands man accused of sexually abusing a child

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- A Slingerlands man was arrested on Wednesday on one count of aggravated sexual abuse of a child. Daniel Fuino, 73, appeared in court on Thursday and was ordered detained after reserving his right to seek a detention hearing at a later date. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Fuino is accused of repeatedly molesting a child over the last 11 months, beginning when the child was 6. Fuino babysat the child at his home and took her to Atlantic City, New Jersey, on weekends when her mother was at work.According to the criminal complaint, during the trips to Atlantic City, Fuino photographed the child’s genitals, digitally penetrated her, and forced the girl to perform oral sex on him. Law enforcement recovered images from Fuino's electronic devices of the victim that depicted some of the abuse.  Greene County declares State of Emergency The victim reported the abuse to her school last week following a pres...

Greene County declares State of Emergency

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

CATSKILL, NY (NEWS10) -- Greene County has declared a State of Emergency. County Legislature Chairman Patrick Linger announced that the decision is effective as of May 17. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Greene County has stated that the State of Emergency has been proclaimed due to failed federal polices, in tandem with New York City mismanaging and underestimating the impact of inviting asylum seekers to the city. The county said this has resulted in New York City planning to relocate many migrants and asylum seekers to counties outside of and nearby the city, which includes Greene County. The county says they are incapable of receiving and sustaining the volume of migrants or asylum seekers that New York City intends on delivering. Greene County is already facing significant shortages of housing, medical care and transportation, as well as a growing homeless population. Alleged Kaylin Gillis shooter indicted for se...

Ferguson Home Depot parking lot shooting under investigation

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

FERGUSON, Mo. - Police are investigating a shooting in the parking lot of a Home Depot store in the 10900 block New Halls Ferry Road. Officers were called to the scene at around 10:45 a.m. because of several 911 calls about gunfire in the area.Ferguson Police arriving on the scene were told that two men had been involved in the shooting. The suspects ran off after the gunfire erupted. No victims were found at the scene."Our investigators are diligently reviewing the available surveillance footage and following up on leads. The safety and security of our community is our utmost priority and we are committed to ensuring that such incidents are thoroughly investigated," states Chief Doyle.Officers collected evidence from the parking lot, including shell casings, and a discarded gun. They were told that one man ran eastbound on Old Halls Ferry and the other man ran south on New Halls Ferry. They were not found after a search of the area.Police are asking for the public's help in this in...

Several Missouri universities share new tuition plans

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 16:03:21 GMT

ST. LOUIS -- Several Missouri universities have released their tuition structures for the 2023-2024 school year.The University of Missouri Board of Curators approved tuition and fees for the 2023-24 academic year, implementing a new structure to enhance predictability and reduce student debt. The differential tuition model eliminates course fees and provides clarity on program costs. In-N-Out Burger poised for major expansion, including in Missouri “We already have the highest graduation rates among all public universities in Missouri and the new tuition structure will enable our students to complete their undergraduate degrees sooner, thereby reducing cost of attendance. I'm so proud that our graduates have a 95% placement rate, one of the highest in the country," states Mun Choi, president of the University of Missouri.The University of Missouri-Columbia and Missouri University of Science and Technology will introduce plateau rates for undergraduates, encouraging faster graduati...